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Which subject	Reading
What topic	Compare and contrast
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 3
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Compare and Contrast

Objectives

• Students will be able to identify similarities and differences between two texts.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills through analysis and discussion.
• Students will be able to articulate their understanding of compare and contrast through writing.

Materials

• Two short stories or articles on a similar theme (print copies for each student)
• Venn diagram worksheets
• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector (optional)
• Chart paper and markers for group work

Grade/Age Group

Year 3 (Grade 3)

Subject

Reading

Class Size

20 students

Lesson Duration

30 minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards for reading comprehension, specifically focusing on understanding and analyzing comparative texts.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Introduce the topic of compare and contrast. Ask students if they know what this means.
2	Reading Activity	10	Distribute two texts. Allow students to read independently or in pairs.
3	Guided Discussion	5	Lead a class discussion on the texts. Prompt students with questions about similarities and differences.
4	Venn Diagram Activity	5	Hand out Venn diagram worksheets. Instruct students to complete the diagram with their findings from the texts.
5	Group Work	3	Divide students into small groups. Ask them to share their Venn diagrams and discuss their findings.
6	Conclusion	2	Recap key points from the lesson. Encourage students to think about other texts they can compare and contrast.
7	Homework Assignment	0	Assign students to find two more stories or articles at home and write a short comparison using a Venn diagram. Homework should be submitted for review, no presentations necessary.

Assessment

• Observe student participation during discussions and group work.
• Review completed Venn diagrams to assess understanding of comparing and contrasting texts.
• Check homework for comprehension without class presentations.

Special Notes

• Ensure all students are engaged and provide support to those needing assistance with reading or analysis.
• Provide enrichment tasks for advanced students who finish early, such as extending their Venn diagrams with additional text comparisons.

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